Hi Karla

I was really interested to read about your efforts at fresco. I am training to be a plasterer and as such I've done quite a bit of research into fresco production. I have never heard of using cement as a basis for fresco - where did you hear of this?

The minimum of base coats required is 3 and they consist of lime putty and different grades of sand (or aggregate). In ordinary plastering sand, lime and cement are used but the lime involved is a different type to the one used for fresco and has different properties.

I also have a qualification in art and would be happy to advise you further if you like.